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Topic: moral and political attitudes.
7. ‘Majoritarian views and popular morality cannot dictate constitutional rights’. Discuss. (150 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 4 and part of ‘Abstract Thursdays’ in Mission-2023 Secure.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start by elaborating on the concept of popular morality.
Body:
Write about aspects such as what is accepted within the realms of popular morality, is it static and based on cultural notions and dictums. Cite examples
Influence of popular morality on constitutional rights – both positive and negative impact – substantiate with examples.
Conclusion:
Conclude by stating that popular morality must be in consonance with constitutional rights.
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